THUNDER RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL
THUNDER RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public middle school that is part of the Cherry Creek School District No. 5 in the county of Arapah school district, located in AURORA, CO with about 1,314 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 74 teachers, THUNDER RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
THUNDER RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL, located in the Saddle Rock area of Aurora, Colorado, serves students in grades 6–8 as part of the Cherry Creek School District. The school is known for its commitment to academic excellence and fostering a supportive, inclusive environment. It offers a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes core subjects while providing a variety of elective opportunities, such as performing arts, technology, and world languages, designed to engage students in diverse areas of interest.
Beyond the classroom, Thunder Ridge encourages student development through a robust extracurricular program, including competitive athletics, various clubs, and student leadership opportunities. The school places a high priority on building community and character, utilizing a structured approach to student well-being and social-emotional growth. With its focus on preparing students for the transition to high school, Thunder Ridge aims to provide a well-rounded educational experience that balances rigorous learning with personal development.
For more information, contact THUNDER RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL at (720) 886-1500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
AURORA, CO 80015-3300
(720) 886-1500
THUNDER RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in AURORA, CO with about 1,314 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Colorado
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Total Students:
- 1,314
- Teachers:
- 74.31
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 1,314 students
- White
- 56.6%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 17.5%
- Black or African American
- 11.0%
- Asian
- 7.7%
- Two or more races
- 6.2%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.5%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.5%
- Female
- 47.3%
- Male
- 52.7%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.